Product Manager

Who we are… 

Greetings from PlanetBids, where we soar as the interstellar pioneers of web-based eProcurement solutions in the expanse of the United States! Harnessing a constellation of cutting-edge technologies, our modular suite of stellar offerings empowers governmental, non-profit, and educational entities to navigate the procurement cosmos with unparalleled agility. 

Since our inception in 2000, our celestial crew has been on a trajectory of excellence, propelling us to the forefront of the industry with a gravitational pull of unparalleled client service. Our orbiting team not only upholds the celestial standard but also radiates with boundless creativity and ingenuity, continually pushing the boundaries of innovation. 

If you seek to embark on a journey of collaborative exploration, where flexibility and creativity intersect in the cosmic dance of procurement, then your quest ends here. Join us in our cosmic odyssey, where camaraderie and innovation converge in the endless expanse of opportunity! 

About this role  

PlanetBids is looking for an experienced Product Manager to join our collaborative R&D team. In this role, you’ll help shape, build, and deliver innovative products that make a real impact for our customers. You’ll serve as the connection point between our users, stakeholders, and development team, ensuring our products not only meet customer needs but also align with our strategic goals. This is a great opportunity to combine strategic product vision with hands-on Agile leadership in a supportive, fast-moving environment. 

What we offer 

PlanetBids is pleased to provide all full-time team members with the following benefits: 

• Competitive pay that recognizes your skills and contributions 
• Flexible scheduling in a fully remote environment 
• Unlimited PTO with an annual vacation bonus to encourage recharging 
• Medical insurance with generous company contributions 
• Dental and vision insurance with 100% of employee premiums paid by the company 
• Company-paid short-term and long-term disability coverage 
• Company-paid life and AD&D insurance, with options to increase your coverage 
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Dependent Care FSA options 
• 401(k) plan with both Traditional and Roth options, immediate vesting, and an employer match 
• Legal Club membership for personal legal support 
• Employee Assistance Program for confidential counseling and resources 
• Career pathing and professional development to help you grow and thrive 
• A collaborative, engaged culture where your ideas matter and your voice is heard 

Role Responsibilities 

• Champion customer needs by conducting market research, interviews, and competitive analysis to uncover opportunities 
• Partner cross-functionally to deliver solutions that create measurable customer and market impact, launching MVPs that test positioning and drive adoption 
• Validate ideas through data, experimentation, and user feedback before committing to full development 
• Collaborate with Design to translate user needs into intuitive, accessible experiences 
• Lead the product lifecycle from discovery and planning through design, testing, development, and launch 
• Develop and support go-to-market strategies, including positioning, pricing input, and adoption plans 
• Collaborate with Operations, Customer Success, and Support to translate product changes into internal and customer-facing documentation 
• Define and track success metrics tied to customer adoption, retention, and satisfaction to guide roadmap priorities and growth strategy 
• Establish a healthy backlog of user stories, participate in scrum ceremonies, and collaborate closely with Engineering and QA to create iterative value for the platform 
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders, providing updates, managing expectations, and incorporating feedback into product plans 
• Identify and mitigate risks that could affect delivery timelines, quality, or outcomes 
• Stay current on industry trends, competitor offerings, and customer insights to inform strategy 
• Explore opportunities to integrate AI and emerging technologies to enhance product capabilities and team workflows 

Required and Desired Skills 

• Bachelor’s degree in business, marketing, computer science, or equivalent experience 
• 3 to 5 years of experience in product management, ideally in a SaaS environment 
• Experience with Agile/Scrum methodologies and product discovery techniques (i.e. user journey mapping, persona development, problem validation) 
• Strong communication and storytelling skills, with the ability to simplify complex ideas through visuals and data 
• Proficiency in analytics tools such as SQL, Mixpanel, Amplitude, or similar event-based systems 
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and time-management skills; able to balance autonomy with collaboration 
• Experience in GovTech or public sector procurement software strongly preferred 
• Background in purchasing, procurement, or RFP space highly sought after 
• Knowledge of building AI-powered features and leveraging AI tools in product management strongly desired 
• Comfort collaborating with government agencies or large enterprise clients a big plus 
• Experience in highly regulated industries (HealthTech, FinTech, etc.) highly prioritized
• Awareness of accessibility (WCAG) and data privacy standards in SaaS products strongly preferred 
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects with competing deadlines 
• Curiosity about emerging technologies like AI and how they can enhance public procurement workflows 
• Ability to maintain a focused, secure, remote workspace with minimal distractions 
• Ability to work both autonomously as well as within a team in a remote, multi-time zone environment. 
• As a requirement, all candidates must be physically based in the United States and able to legally work for any employer.